Travelling from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX). Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) taking off from either of these bases.
Approximately 4 hours 16 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport.
Lhasa's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing. Lhasa Gonggar Airport is located in Lhasa.
The most popular route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA), with 23 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PEK to LXA is the 07:40 Air China option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 14:55 with Tibet Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Beijing to LXA, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can hop on a direct flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
You'll find a direct flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport with Tibet Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from PEK.
To get to PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Looking to fly out of Daxing International Airport (PKX)? You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) out of this popular hub.
Air China has direct flights from Beijing to LXA leaving from PKX. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
The drive from central Beijing to PKX typically takes 1 hour and 3 minutes, depending on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Beijing to LXA? Unwind in a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near LXA:
Getting from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) to central Lhasa
Lhasa Gonggar Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Lhasa. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
For a one-way ticket from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport, $389 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from $672. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
Get flight tickets from Beijing to LXA by booking 9 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport if you plan your holiday for June. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Lhasa. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Beijing to LXA, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Lhasa, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC to 22ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -17ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Lhasa
After locking in your flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lhasa:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Sera Monastery are must-visits when exploring Lhasa.